Town of Goshen
Inland Wetlands Commission
Minutes for June 3 @ 7:15 P.M.
Town Hall Conference Room, 42 North Street
1. CALL TO ORDER Thomas Stansfield, Lorraine Lucas, Ray Turri, Rick Wadhams, Martin Connor, AICP – Excused Anthony Savarese, Martin Bothroyd, Allen Kinsella
2. PUBLIC HEARING
a. Proposed Amendments to the Inland Wetlands and Watercourse Regulations
i. Add the definition of Low Impact Development to Section 2.1:
ii. Add LID language to existing Section 7.5(f), 7.5 (l), and 7.6 (g)
iii. Changes to Section 7 & 11 to comply with Public Act 09-181
The public hearing was opened at 7:20Pm
Mr. Connor reviewed the regulation changes. He stated that the language added to incorporate Low Impact Development (LID) into the regulations was suggested by DEP. Also the amendments would incorporate the legislative changes from PA 09-181 which gives permits issued between 7/1/06 and 7/1/09 an extra year to be valid.
The public hearing was closed at 7:25
3. READING OF THE MINUTES: The Commission received and reviewed the minutes from April 1, 2010 and May 6, 2010
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Turri seconded by Mr. Stansfield it was voted to APPROVE the meeting minutes for April 1, 2010. Vote Unanimous
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Turri seconded by Mr. Wadhams it was voted to APPROVE the meeting minutes for May 6, 2010. Vote unanimous
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Proposed Amendments to the Inland Wetlands and Watercourse Regulations
i. Add the definition of Low Impact Development to Section 2.1:
ii. Add LID language to existing Section 7.5(f), 7.5 (l), and 7.6 (g)
iii. Changes to Section 7 & 11 to comply with Public Act 09-181
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Turri seconded by Mr. Wadhams it was voted to ADOPT the Regulation amendments to the Inland Wetlands and Watercourse Regulations as written in “Proposed Changes to Goshen Inland Wetlands Regulations” draft 3-25-10. Vote Unanimous
b. Frances C Radomski & Valerie Giuliani, lot 137 West Hyerdale, construct dwelling. This activity was previously permitted, but the permit has expired. The plans remain the same from the original permit. The house is located in the only dry spot on the lot. All previous conditions apply to the new applications
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Turri seconded by Ms. Lucas it was voted to APPROVE the application for Frances C Radomski & Valerie Giuliani, lot 137 West Hyerdale, construct dwelling based on plans revised to 3/26/03 with the following conditions: that a conservation restriction be marked in the field and filed on the land records; that any construction be done with special care to protect wetlands; and construction take place during the dry times of the year to minimize erosion/impacts to wetlands. Vote Unanimous.
c. Sheila Marmion & Dan Breakell, Tyler Lake Heights, Tax Assessor’s Map 7-10A Lot 41, construct patio. See agenda item 4d for details
d. Monika Brendel Visokay, Tyler Lake Heights, Tax Assessor’s Map 7-10A Lot 42, construct patio.
Ms. Visokay was present on behalf of Shelia Marmion, Dan Breakell and herself. She stated that these two lots are across the street from their dwellings. They are proposing a 8 X 12 patio made of pavers approx 3 to 4 feet away from the lake. The patio will be shared by both properties and extend across property lines
The Commission would like to see a buffer between the patio and the lake if possible.
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Turri seconded by Mr. Wadhams it was voted to APPROVE the applications for Sheila Marmion & Dan Breakell, Tyler Lake Heights, Tax Assessor’s Map 7-10A Lot 41 and Monika Brendel Visokay, Tyler Lake Heights, Tax Assessor’s Map 7-10A Lot 42, construct patio with the condition that the area be staked, out prior to any work beginning, and the Inland Wetlands Officer be notified to determine if the grass buffer area is adequate. Vote Unanimous.
e. Harold & Margaret Wilson, 96 Sandy Beach Road, Clear cut trees. William Colby from Colby Engineering and Consulting was present with Mr. Wilson. There is a long term plan for this property but for the now the owners would like to stabilize the site from the trees being removed and add a small addition. The trees were removed without a permit, therefore this is an after the fact application and an additional $100 fee should be collected. Proper Sedimentation and Erosion control measures are on
the plans and Mr. Colby ensured the Commission and the IWO that they would be properly installed. The addition will be on piers.
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Turri seconded by Mr. Wadhams it was voted to APPROVE the after the fact application for Harold & Margaret Wilson, 96 Sandy Beach Road, Clear cut trees and addition with the Condition that a $100 after the fact fee be submitted. Vote Unanimous.
5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Tom Andrighetti, 65 East Hyerdale Drive, construct garage. Dennis McMorrow, Berkshire Engineering was present on the applicants behalf. Mr. McMorrow explained the wetlands on the property to the Commission. He stated that there is a man made swale, which is not designated as a watercourse or wetlands on the property which will be re –routed and discharge into the stream This will have not negative impact on the wetlands. For the next meeting the Commission would like a note on the plans
that the work will be done during the dry time of year and more details on how the stream will be protected during construction.
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Turri seconded by Ms. Lucas it was voted to ACCEPT the application for Tom Andrighetti, 65 East Hyerdale Drive, construct garage. Vote unanimous
b. Manuel D. Miranda, Lot 9, Ives Road, extend drainage across field, permit transfer and request for 5 year extension. The commission reviewed the existing permit and plans
IN A MOTION made by Stansfield seconded by Mr. Turri it was voted to TRANSFER AND EXTEND FOR 5 YEARS the permit for Manuel D. Miranda, Lot 9, Ives Road, extend drainage across field
c. Jeff J. Bella, Lot 749 Cornwall Drive, permit transfer and request for 5 year extension. . The commission reviewed the existing permit and plans
IN A MOTION made by Turri seconded by Mr. Wadhams it was voted to TRANSFER AND EXTEND FOR 5 YEARS the permit for Jeff J. Bella, Lot 749 Cornwall Drive, construct single family dwelling
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Stansfield seconded by Mr. Turri it was voted to ADD TO THE AGENDA the following applications: Colby Engineering & Consulting for Edwin Gould, 11 West Hyerdale, Drainage Improvements and Edward Wright for Sara Wright, 64 ½ Sandy Beach Road, Repair/ Replace existing shoreline wall. Vote Unanimous
d. Colby Engineering & Consulting for Edwin Gould, 11 West Hyerdale, Drainage Improvements. Bill Colby was present on behalf of the owner. Mr. Colby stated they will be collecting the roof storm water run-off and will be piping it into a channel, away from the house, and the outlet will be in stream The large trees will remain but the existing landscape area will be removed. There are currently no gutters on the house. Mr. Stansfield asked Mr. Colby to show that the water coming out of the
outlet will be dissipated.
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Turri seconded by Ms. Lucas it was voted to ACCEPT the application for Colby Engineering & Consulting for Edwin Gould, 11 West Hyerdale, Drainage Improvements. Vote Unanimous.
e. Edward Wright for Sara Wright, 64 ½ Sandy Beach Road, Repair/ Replace existing shoreline wall. Mr. Wright was present; he stated that there is currently a wall which is in disrepair. Mr. Wright would like to replace the wall when the water is low. He will bring details to the next meeting on the construction of the wall. He was unsure if he would be using Mafia Blocks or poured concrete.
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Turri seconded by Mr. Wadhams it was voted to ACCEPT the application for Edward Wright for Sara Wright, 64 ½ Sandy Beach Road, Repair/ Replace existing shoreline wall. Vote Unanimous.
6. INLAND WETLAND’S OFFICER REPORT The Commission received and reviewed the Inland Wetland’s Officer’s Report.
Mr. Stansfield stated he had concerns with the letter submitted by Levy & Droney Lawyers and Counselors dated May 11, 2010 in regards to 50/52 Cottage Grove owned b Patrick Sullivan and Patricia LeShane. The Commission agreed that this letter should be sent to the Town Attorney for review.
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Stansfield seconded by Mr. Turri it was voted to ACCEPT the Inland Wetland’s Officer’s Report. Vote Unanimous.
7. CORRESPONDENCE: CT Wildlife, Approval by DEP to repair Tyler Lake Dam, and CFL.
8. ADJOURNMENT
IN A MOTION made by Mr. Wadhams it was voted to ADJOURN the meeting at 8:25 PM. Vote Unanimous
Respectfully Submitted
Rista Malanca
Land Use Commission Clerk
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